Otoplasty or ear reshaping is a sensitive cosmetic surgery procedure because even a slight change to the shape or size of the ears will affect the overall facial appearance. The patient should select a surgeon who is fully trained to perform ear surgery, and has a proven track record. It is pivotal to invest time and effort to choose the right surgeon for a successful otoplasty.
Any plastic surgery procedure such as otoplasty is a personal journey for the patient. They will be able to feel satisfied and assured throughout the process when they have a good rapport with the surgeon and enjoy a relationship of trust and open communication.
Board certified and profound plastic surgeon Dr. Eugene Kim provides otoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and other cities and neighborhoods across the landscape.
Professional Credentials
Dr. Kim is a double board certified plastic surgeon committed to delivering the highest quality of care to every patient for various cosmetic surgery procedures of the face, body and breast. In addition to devoting time to his private practice, Dr. Kim also currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor in Plastic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine, where he actively participates in resident education.
Dr. Kim attends Korean-American Graduate Medical Association (KAGMA) and Korean Medical Association (KMA) meetings in Los Angeles and speaks on topics related to plastic surgery. These activities enable him to stay updated with the latest developments and innovations in the field, and he continually applies new learning for the benefit of his patients.
Why Choose a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon?
Dr. Kim is board certified in plastic surgery from the pre-eminent American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Only a select group of surgeons is awarded this certification from ABPS after a rigorous selection process. Patients are automatically assured that an ABPS board certified plastic surgeon would have received a certain minimum number of years of surgical training, including specialized training in plastic surgery.
ABPS board certified plastic surgeons will typically invest in high quality standards and best practices, adopt the latest technology and surgical techniques, pursue continuing education, and follow the current safety protocols. This level of commitment helps them create safe and desirable outcomes, which are more sustainable as well as natural looking.
Other Aspects to Consider
While going through the process of choosing the right plastic surgeon for otoplasty, a patient can consider personal referrals from friends or family to assess their experience with the surgeon. The patient should also review the surgeon’s website to learn more about their practice and check for any patient reviews and ratings that may be available online.
At the time of initial consultation, the patient may request for otoplasty before and after images of other patients who are of the similar age and profile. They may also request for testimonials of past patients to learn about their experiences. Accomplished and splendid plastic surgeon Dr. Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, CA, and nearby areas for ear surgery.
Click here see more plastic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Eugene Kim on patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Santa Monica and surrounding areas or call 310-271-6996 to schedule a consultation.
